A mountain paradise full of numerous alpine lakes surrounded by rugged peaks and wildflower filled meadows. What more could you want on a backpacking trip? The Alice Toxaway Loop is an 18-mile trek into the heart of Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains that is full of highlight-reel scenry. This hike is typically done as a multi-day…
Looking for a high-altitude summit hike near Jackson Hole that doesn’t involve a massive elevation gain? The Jackson Peak hike across the valley from the Teton Range is a short drive from Jackson and gets you above 10,000 feet in just a few hours. This hike can easily be done in a day, or…
Looking for a unique half-day trek in Wyoming’s Teton Range without the national park tourists? The hike to the Wind Cave along the western slopes of the Tetons in the Jedediah Smith Wilderness is a fantastic choice! This moderately difficult hike offers impressive wildflower displays and a beautiful waterfall, before reaching the entrance to…
The Bechler region of Yellowstone National Park is a favorite among hikers, backpackers, and hot springs soakers looking to get away from the tourist crowds. Located in the southwest corner of Yellowstone, this area is off the beaten path and does not see the tourist traffic prevalent across other areas of the park. People…
Static Peak is one of the premier summit hikes in the Teton Range that does not involve scrambling or technical climbing. The 11,303-foot peak in the Southern Tetons offers a rewarding objective for the ambitious hiker along with stunning scenery. The 16-mile roundtrip hike to Static Peak begins at the Death Canyon/Whitegrass Ranch Trailhead…